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SocietyKumamoto earthquake death toll reaches 36, more than 9,500 evacuated

Kumamoto Prefecture said that as of 7 p.m. on July 31, 36 people had died in the earthquake, including two whose deaths are still being investigated for a possible disaster connection. More than 3,400 homes were damaged, while over 9,500 people evacuated. Damage could rise as building inspections remain incomplete in some areas.

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NNHK News★★★☆☆2026-07-31 20:52Original

Kumamoto earthquake death toll reaches 36, more than 9,500 evacuated
Kumamoto earthquake death toll reaches 36, more than 9,500 evacuatedSociety